Baker Hughes Co (BKR)vsCactus Inc (WHD)
BKR
Baker Hughes Co
$66.11
-0.54%
ENERGY · Cap: $64.03B
WHD
Cactus Inc
$56.62
-3.84%
ENERGY · Cap: $4.10B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Baker Hughes Co generates 2250% more annual revenue ($27.89B vs $1.19B). WHD leads profitability with a 13.0% profit margin vs 11.2%. BKR trades at a lower P/E of 20.6x. BKR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C).
BKR
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
WHD
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 132.5% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Revenue surging 38.5% year-over-year
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
2.5% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
ROE of 6.2% — below average capital efficiency
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Earnings declined 15.4%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BKR
The strongest argument for BKR centers on EPS Growth, Market Cap.
Bull Case : WHD
The strongest argument for WHD centers on Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score. Revenue growth of 38.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : BKR
The primary concerns for BKR are Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : WHD
The primary concerns for WHD are Return on Equity, P/E Ratio, EPS Growth. A P/E of 55.2x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BKR profiles as a value stock while WHD is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
WHD carries more volatility with a beta of 1.38 — expect wider price swings.
WHD is growing revenue faster at 38.5% — sustainability is the question.
BKR generates stronger free cash flow (164M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
BKR scores higher overall (60/100 vs 50/100). Both earn "Buy" and "Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Baker Hughes Co
ENERGY · OIL & GAS EQUIPMENT & SERVICES · USA
Baker Hughes Company is an American international industrial service company and one of the world's largest oil field services companies. The company provides the oil and gas industry with products and services for oil drilling, formation evaluation, completion, production and reservoir consulting. Baker Hughes is headquartered in Houston.
Cactus Inc
ENERGY · OIL & GAS EQUIPMENT & SERVICES · USA
Cactus, Inc. designs, manufactures, sells, and leases a variety of wellheads and pressure control equipment in the United States. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
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